Sitka public meetings in 2021
66 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will discuss the 2022 priority list for the Climate Action Task Force and consider authorizing two land leases at Granite Creek. The meeting also includes decisions on supplemental budget appropriations for police department projects.
- Ordinance to prohibit all-purpose vehicles on public roadways
- Authorizing leases for Upper Granite Creek Lease Area 4 and Granite Creek Lease Area 7
- Supplemental appropriations for Police Department software conversion and a Homeland Security grant
- Renewal of liquor and marijuana licenses for Bayview Restaurant, Nugget Restaurant, and VanGreen's LLC
- Discussion on the Climate Action Task Force 2022 priority list
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 717 Sawmill Creek Road. The commission will also review a final plat for a lot merger at 125 and 127 Knutson Drive.
- Conditional use permit request for a short-term rental at 717 Sawmill Creek Road
- Final plat for a lot merger at 125 and 127 Knutson Drive
- Approval of November 17, 2021 meeting minutes
- Approval of December 1, 2021 special meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to provide direction on the draft Short-Term Tourism Plan. The agenda includes a presentation of the plan's draft.
- Discussion/Direction on Short-Term Tourism Plan (MISC 21-09)
- Presentation of draft Short-Term Tourism Plan
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will consider an ordinance to prohibit all-purpose vehicles on public roadways and a supplemental appropriation for police software conversion. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the creation of a Place Names Task Force and various tidelands lease assignments. Additionally, members will address updates to the municipal personnel policies handbook.
- Ordinance 21-43: Prohibiting all-purpose vehicles on public roadways
- Ordinance 21-42: Supplemental appropriations for Police Department Software Conversion Project
- Lease assignments involving Northline Seafoods LLC, Sayak Logistics LLC, and Sitka Salmon Alaska Holdings, LLC
- Appointment of Ted Laufenberg to the Building Department Appeals Board
- Discussion on creating a Place Names Task Force
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss direction for the Short-Term Tourism Plan (MISC 21-09). The discussion includes future planning needs and indirect-use infrastructure.
- Discussion/Direction on Short-Term Tourism Plan (MISC 21-09)
- Review of indirect-use infrastructure and future planning needs
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will discuss upcoming union contract negotiations and options for consolidating certain boards, commissions, and committees. The meeting also includes a first reading of an ordinance to replace the Personnel Policies Handbook. A report on the Sitka Community Recreation Initiative is also scheduled.
- First reading of Ordinance 21-41 to replace the Personnel Policies Handbook
- Discussion regarding upcoming union contract negotiations
- Continued discussion on options to consolidate certain boards, commissions, and committees
- Report on the Sitka Community Recreation Initiative
- Proclamation for the 50th Anniversary of Sitka's Unification
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a discussion regarding the Short-Term Tourism Plan. This includes finalizing traffic and staging plans for Harrigan Centennial Hall and discussing future planning needs.
- Discussion/Direction on Short-Term Tourism Plan (MISC 21-09)
- Finalization of traffic and staging plans for Harrigan Centennial Hall
- Discussion of future planning needs
Planning Commission
The commission will consider a variance request for 121 Jamestown Drive and a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 717 Sawmill Creek Road. The meeting also includes discussions regarding commission structure and the Short-Term Tourism Plan.
- Variance request for rear setback reduction at 121 Jamestown Drive
- Conditional use permit request for a short-term rental at 717 Sawmill Creek Road
- Discussion on commission structure and streamlining duties
- Discussion/direction on Short-Term Tourism Plan
City and Borough Assembly
The City and Borough of Sitka Assembly will consider several ordinances regarding harbor regulations and tidelands leases. The agenda also includes making supplemental appropriations for a solid waste compactor and reviewing various commission appointments.
- Approval of hire offer for Valarie Ruff as Human Resources Director
- Amending Title 13 “Port and Harbors” regarding Sealing Cove/Crescent Harbor parking
- Amending Sitka Sound Science Center tidelands lease near 834 Lincoln Street
- Supplemental appropriations for Fiscal Year 2022 Solid Waste Compactor
- Authorizing tidelands lease seaward of 1406 Sawmill Creek Road
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss direction for the Short-Term Tourism Plan. The discussion focuses on the placement and needs of direct-use infrastructure such as restrooms, water stations, and signage.
- Discussion on Short-Term Tourism Plan infrastructure needs
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zoning variance for a sign at 300 Airport Road and a conditional use permit for an amphitheater at 4951 Halibut Point Road. The commission will also discuss the Short-Term Tourism Plan and potential changes to commission structure.
- Zoning variance for a monument sign with direct lighting at 300 Airport Road
- Conditional use permit request for an outdoor amphitheater at 4951 Halibut Point Road
- Discussion on the Short-Term Tourism Plan
- Discussion regarding commission structure and streamlining duties
City and Borough Assembly
The Sitka Assembly will review several ordinances regarding land use and municipal leases. This includes amending the Sitka Sound Science Center lease and authorizing a new tidelands lease near Sawmill Creek Road. The agenda also features discussions on solid waste funding and a potential pump track development.
- Ordinance amending Sitka Sound Science Center tidelands lease near 834 Lincoln Street
- Ordinance authorizing a tidelands lease seaward of 1406 Sawmill Creek Road
- Supplemental appropriations for a Solid Waste Compactor in Fiscal Year 2022
- Discussion on a pump track development on Halibut Point Road
- Ordinance updating parking regulations at Sealing Cove and Crescent Harbor
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a special meeting regarding the Short-Term Tourism Plan. The commission is scheduled to review downtown traffic analysis, options, and the 2022 cruise calendar.
- Discussion/Direction on Short-Term Tourism Plan (MISC 21-09)
- Review of downtown traffic analysis and options
- Review of 2022 Cruise Calendar
Planning Commission
The commission will hold public hearings on multiple conditional use permit requests, including a veterinary clinic and a short-term rental. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Short-Term Tourism Plan.
- Conditional use permit for a veterinary clinic at 805 Halibut Point Road
- Conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 101 Cedar Beach Road
- Permits for an eating, drinking, and amusement facility at 4951 Halibut Point Road
- Tidelands lease amendment request near 834 Lincoln Street
- Discussion on the Short-Term Tourism Plan
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will consider authorizing the sale of the former Sitka Community Hospital site to SEARHC. The meeting also includes discussions on tidelands leases near Sawmill Creek Road and a marijuana cultivation license renewal. Additionally, officials will make commission appointments and address supplemental budget appropriations.
- Sale of former Sitka Community Hospital Site to SEARHC
- Tidelands lease discussion near 1406 Sawmill Creek Road
- Marijuana cultivation license renewal at 120 Jarvis Street Unit C
- Supplemental appropriations for Fiscal Year 2022
- Appointments to the Historic Preservation and Library Commissions
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit to expand a hatchery at 834 Lincoln Street. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the Short-Term Tourism Plan, specifically focusing on traffic flow and staging near Harrigan Centennial Hall.
- Conditional use permit for hatchery expansion at 834 Lincoln Street
- Discussion on Short-Term Tourism Plan traffic and staging
- Approval of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will hold a work session with Sound Development LLC and review a proclamation for Indigenous Peoples' Day. The meeting includes ordinances regarding indoor face coverings, IT personnel appropriations, and school bond debt refunding. Members will also discuss options for consolidating or sunsetting certain municipal boards and committees.
- Ordinance 21-32: Requiring face coverings in certain indoor settings
- Ordinance 21-31: Amending various municipal board chapters in the General Code
- Ordinance 21-33: Supplemental appropriations for a new IT position
- Ordinance 21-35: Supplemental appropriations for school bond debt refunding
- Discussion on consolidating or sunsetting certain boards, commissions, and committees
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will discuss a resolution urging the US government to advocate for bans on tailings dams and certain mining activities. The agenda also includes decisions on sales tax free days after Thanksgiving and a $100 late fee waiver for Siemens Industry, Inc. Additionally, members will discuss bench installation at Harrigan Centennial Hall.
- Resolution 21-21 regarding mining in transboundary salmon rivers
- Funding/maintenance agreement for three benches at Harrigan Centennial Hall
- Post-Thanksgiving sales tax free day decision
- $100 late fee waiver for Siemens Industry, Inc.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a tidelands lease request adjacent to 1406 Sawmill Creek Road. The commission will also discuss the Short-Term Tourism Plan, specifically focusing on downtown traffic and congestion mitigation for the 2022 season.
- Public hearing for a tidelands lease at 1406 Sawmill Creek Road
- Discussion of Short-Term Tourism Plan and downtown traffic mitigation
- Approval of August 18, 2021 meeting minutes
City and Borough Assembly
The Sitka Assembly is reviewing a proposal to transfer 1410 and 1414 Halibut Point Road to the Sitka Community Land Trust for an affordable housing project. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding face coverings in certain indoor settings and zoning amendments. Additionally, the body will consider supplemental appropriations for IT personnel and school bond debt refunding.
- Transfer of 1410 and 1414 Halibut Point Road to Sitka Community Land Trust
- Ordinance requiring face coverings in certain indoor settings
- Rezoning of 4951 Halibut Point Road to Recreation District
- Supplemental appropriations for IT personnel and a new position
- Resolution supporting a new seaplane base at Japonski Island
Planning Commission
The September 1, 2021, special meeting of the Sitka Planning Commission was canceled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included a proposed discussion on the Short-Term Tourism Plan and downtown traffic mitigation.
- Cancellation of the scheduled special meeting
- Proposed discussion regarding Short-Term Tourism Plan and downtown congestion
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly is reviewing proposed ordinances for the sale of the former Sitka Community Hospital Site and a property transfer for affordable housing. The agenda also includes decisions on extending face covering requirements and a retail marijuana store license renewal.
- Sale of former Sitka Community Hospital Site to SEARHC
- Transfer of 1410 and 1414 Halibut Point Road for affordable housing
- Extension of face covering requirement in certain indoor settings
- Lease of 4951 Halibut Point Road
- Retail marijuana store license renewal for AKO Farms, LLC
Planning Commission
The commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests. These include a request to rezone 4951 Halibut Point Road and amendments to the R-Recreation district code. The meeting also includes consideration of a short-term rental permit and setback variances.
- Conditional use permit for short-term rental at 1206B Edgecumbe Drive
- Setback variance request at 2625 Halibut Point Road
- Rezoning of 4951 Halibut Point Road to Recreation district
- Zoning text amendment for the R-Recreation district
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will consider an ordinance regarding the sale of the former Sitka Community Hospital Site and a related advisory question for voters. The agenda also includes a $2,218,646 grant application for a fishermen's work float replacement. Other items involve marijuana license renewals and land leases.
- Proposed sale of the former Sitka Community Hospital Site at 209 Moller Drive and adjacent properties
- $2,218,646 grant application for Fishermen’s Work Float Replacement
- Repeal of 'Landslide Area Management' from Title 20 of the Sitka General Code
- Marijuana license renewals for AKO Farms, LLC and Northern Lights Indoor Gardens, LLC
- Lease authorization for 4951 Halibut Point Road
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to provide discussion and direction on the Short-Term Tourism Plan. The agenda also includes a period for public testimony.
- Discussion/Direction on Short-Term Tourism Plan (MISC 21-09)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding height and structure count variances in the Industrial and Waterfront districts. The meeting also includes reviewing short-term rental survey results and discussing a tourism plan.
- Height variance for a communications tower at 4660 Halibut Point Road
- Variance to increase structure count at 611 Alice Loop
- Variance to increase structure count at 621 Alice Loop
- Review of Short-term Rental Community Survey Results
- Discussion on the Short-Term Tourism Plan
City and Borough Assembly
The City and Borough Assembly is holding an emergency meeting to discuss several COVID-19 related ordinances. These include requirements for indoor face coverings, lodging for stranded travelers, and grants for residents in quarantine.
- ORD 21-24: Requiring face coverings in certain indoor settings with a penalty
- ORD 21-25: Providing lodging for non-resident travelers stranded by positive COVID-19 tests
- ORD 21-26: Providing grants to Sitka residents who quarantine and isolate for ten days
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will consider several ordinances, including the potential sale of the Sitka Community Hospital Site. This item includes submitting an advisory question to voters for the October 5, 2021 election. Other business involves land management changes and lease authorizations.
- Proposed sale of Sitka Community Hospital Site at 209 Moller Drive and adjacent properties
- First reading of ordinance to repeal 'Landslide Area Management' from the General Code
- Supplemental appropriations for Cross Trail Phase 6
- Amending parking regulations for boat launch ramps at Sealing Cove/Crescent Harbor
- Authorizing a lease for a 6.7-acre portion of Upper Granite Creek
Planning Commission
The commission will hold public hearings on three property variance requests regarding parking and setbacks. It will also consider a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 617 DeGroff Street. Additionally, the body will discuss direction for the Short-Term Tourism Plan.
- Parking variance to reduce spaces from 6 to 5 at 601 Lincoln Street
- Front setback reduction from 14 feet to 6 feet at 5318 Halibut Point Road
- Rear setback reduction from 8 feet to 0 feet at 1401 Halibut Point Road
- Short-term rental permit request for 617 DeGroff Street, Apt. A
- Discussion on Short-Term Tourism Plan
Planning Commission
This special meeting includes discussion and direction regarding the Short-Term Tourism Plan. The agenda also provides for public testimony on items not listed.
- Discussion/Direction on Short-Term Tourism Plan (MISC 21-09)
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly is reviewing proposed amendments to establish an excise tax on motor fuel and a sales tax on marijuana products. The meeting also includes discussions regarding American Rescue Plan Act funding priorities and lease terms for the Sitka Community Boatyard. Additionally, items include supplemental appropriations for the Lincoln Street Paving Project and Cross Trail Phase 6.
- Proposed excise tax on motor fuel to be submitted to voters on October 5, 2021
- Proposed sales tax on marijuana products for the Student Activities Dedicated Travel Fund
- Acceptance of $250,000 from Western Federal Lands for Cross Trail Phase 6
- Discussion of lease terms for Sitka Community Boatyard at Gary Paxton Industrial Park
- Supplemental appropriations for the Lincoln Street Paving Project
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary plat for a minor subdivision at 601 Baranof Street. The commission will also review a proposed site plan for properties at 1410 and 1414 Halibut Point Road. Additionally, the meeting includes discussion regarding the Short-Term Tourism Plan.
- Preliminary plat for a minor subdivision at 601 Baranof Street
- Commission review of a proposed site plan for 1410 and 1414 Halibut Point Road
- Discussion/Direction on Short-Term Tourism Plan
- Approval of June 16, 2021 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and provide direction on the Short-Term Tourism Plan (MISC 21-09). The agenda includes reviewing staff memos and public comment maps regarding tourism dispersion.
- Discussion/Direction on Short-Term Tourism Plan (MISC 21-09)
- Review of tourism dispersion public comment maps
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will consider ordinances for a new motor fuel excise tax and a marijuana sales tax, both to be submitted to voters on October 5, 2021. The meeting also includes grant applications for port infrastructure and various utility appropriations.
- Proposed motor fuel excise tax and marijuana sales tax for the October 5 election
- $6,464,800 grant application for GPIP haulout infrastructure
- Ordinance to reduce refuse collection rates for harbor system customers
- Supplemental appropriations for Brady lift station repair and Lincoln Street paving
- Two-year lease with North Pacific Seafoods for the Sitka Marine Service Center
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request for a setback variance at Sawmill Mill Cove Industrial Park. The meeting also includes public hearings for a daycare permit on Sawmill Creek Road and a food truck permit on Lincoln Street. Additionally, the commission will discuss direction for the Short-Term Tourism Plan.
- Variance request for setbacks at Sawmill Mill Cove Industrial Park
- Conditional use permit for a daycare at 2840 Sawmill Creek Road
- Conditional use permit for a food truck at 331 Lincoln Street
- Discussion on the Short-Term Tourism Plan
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a discussion regarding the Short-Term Tourism Plan. This includes reviewing the Sitka Gateway Plan, the existing Transit Services Contract, and guidance for Commercial Passenger Excise Tax (CPET) funds. The commission will also review the preliminary 2022 cruise schedule.
- Discussion/Direction on Short-Term Tourism Plan
- Review of Sitka Gateway Plan
- Review of existing Transit Services Contract
- Guidance on use of Commercial Passenger Excise Tax (CPET) funds
- Review of preliminary 2022 cruise schedule
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will discuss potential uses for American Rescue Plan Act funding and a donation from Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. The meeting also includes consideration of updates to boat launch regulations and the elimination of library late fines. Additionally, the body will review supplemental appropriations for water infrastructure and lift station repairs.
- Discussion on potential uses for American Rescue Plan Act funding
- Discussion on potential uses for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. donation
- Proposed updates to boat launch ramps at Sealing Cove/Crescent Harbor
- Supplemental appropriations for water to Gary Paxton Industrial Park dock
- Proposal to eliminate library late fines
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will receive public feedback regarding cruise passenger dispersal. The commission will also discuss direction for the Short-Term Tourism Plan.
- Public comment/feedback on cruise passenger dispersal (MISC 21-12)
- Discussion/Direction on Short-Term Tourism Plan (MISC 21-09)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a conditional use permit and a setback variance. The commission will also discuss direction for the Short-Term Tourism Plan.
- Conditional use permit for a first-floor dwelling unit at 302 Monastery Street
- Variance to reduce rear setback from 8 feet to 0 feet at 1421 Halibut Point Road
- Discussion on Short-Term Tourism Plan
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will consider adopting the fiscal year 2021-2022 budgets and capital improvement plans for General, Internal Service, Special Revenue, and Enterprise Funds. The meeting also includes discussions on American Rescue Plan Act funding and cruise line port agreements.
- Adopting FY 2021-2022 budgets and capital improvement plans
- Setting millage rates for July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022
- Authorizing a 50/50 matching grant for the Bulletproof Vest Partnership
- Discussion on potential uses for American Rescue Plan Act funding
- Amending Alaska Remote Seller Sales Tax in the Sitka General Code
Planning Commission
The Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at Thomsen Harbor, Float B, Slip 30. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the tourism planning work plan and a proposed change to the regular meeting time.
- Public hearing for a short-term rental permit at Thomsen Harbor, Float B, Slip 30
- Discussion on changing regular meeting time from 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm
- Discussion regarding the work plan and process for tourism planning
- Approval of May 5, 2021, meeting minutes
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will consider first readings of ordinances to adopt the FY 2022 budget and capital improvement plans for General, Internal Service, and Enterprise Funds. The agenda also includes a discussion on the Harbor Mountain Bypass Cell Tower Parcel Lease and an RFP for the sale of the former Sitka Community Hospital site.
- Adoption of FY 2022 budgets and capital improvement plans
- Sale of the former Sitka Community Hospital site via RFP
- Harbor Mountain Bypass Cell Tower Parcel Lease discussion
- Liquor license renewals for Mean Queen and Halibut Point Crab & Brew
- Supplemental appropriations for the Sitka Community Hospital Dedicated Fund
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will hold a work session to continue discussions regarding the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the sale of the former Sitka Community Hospital site and associated properties.
- Discussion on RFP for the sale of the former Sitka Community Hospital site and associated properties
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will discuss a proposed $1 million donation from Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, Ltd. to mitigate economic impacts from cruise suspensions. The agenda also includes supplemental appropriations for the Sitka Community Hospital Dedicated Fund and Harrigan Centennial Hall A/V upgrades.
- $1M donation from Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, Ltd.
- Supplemental appropriations for Harrigan Centennial Hall A/V Upgrades
- Supplemental appropriations for Sitka Community Hospital Dedicated Fund
- RFP for rental of Marine Services Center Cold Storage Space at 600 Katlian Street
- Liquor license applications for Allen Marine Tours and Pizza Express
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a marijuana cultivation facility and a short-term rental permit. The agenda also includes a setback variance request for Katlian Avenue. Additionally, the commission will discuss agricultural definitions and tourism planning.
- Amendment to CUP 18-05 for marijuana cultivation at 224 Smith Street
- Conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 1109 Edgecumbe Drive
- Variance request for front setbacks at 424 Katlian Avenue
- Discussion on agricultural and horticultural activities in the General Code
- Discussion on the tourism planning work plan
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will conduct annual evaluations for Municipal Attorney Brian Hanson and Municipal Administrator John Leach. Both items are requested to be held in executive session.
- Annual evaluation for Municipal Attorney Brian Hanson (A 21-066)
- Annual evaluation for Municipal Administrator John Leach (B 21-067)
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will hold a joint work session regarding the Tourism Master Plan. The meeting includes first readings for supplemental appropriations for veterinary services and A/V upgrades at Harrigan Centennial Hall. Additionally, the Assembly will discuss the RFP for the sale of the former Sitka Community Hospital site.
- Joint Work Session: Tourism Master Plan
- ORD 21-05: Supplemental appropriations for Pet Adoption - Veterinary Services
- ORD 21-06: Supplemental appropriations for Harrigan Centennial Hall A/V Upgrades
- RES 21-08 and RES 21-09: Support for historic preservation grant applications
- 21-063: RFP discussion for the sale of the former Sitka Community Hospital site
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding an amendment for landfill activities in the Industrial district and a setback variance for 4305 Halibut Point Road. The commission will also consider a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 2950 Sawmill Creek Road. Additionally, the meeting includes a session on the 2021 Commission Visioning and Comprehensive Plan Review.
- Amendment to CUP 05-15 for landfill activities at Upper Granite Creek
- Setback variance for 4305 Halibut Point Road
- Conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 2950 Sawmill Creek Road
- Review of Use Tables in SGC 22.16.015
- 2021 Commission Visioning and Comprehensive Plan Review Session
City and Borough Assembly
The City and Borough Assembly is holding a special meeting to discuss components of the FY2022 draft budget. The agenda includes discussions regarding other governmental funds, specifically special revenue funds. The assembly may also take action regarding the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, and school funding.
- Discussion/direction/decision of the FY2022 Draft Administrator's Budget focusing on other governmental funds
- Discussion/direction of the FY2022 Draft Budget regarding General Fund, Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, and School Funding
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will consider a resolution to support a $1.2 million federal grant for the Jarvis-Hillside neighborhood connector. Members will also receive an update on the Rocky Gutierrez Airport Terminal Improvements Project. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions regarding property sales in the Gary Paxton Industrial Park and supplemental appropriations for veterinary services.
- Resolution 21-07: $1.2 million application for the Jarvis-Hillside neighborhood connector
- Ordinance 21-05: Supplemental appropriations for Pet Adoption - Veterinary Services
- Discussion on the Gary Paxton Industrial Park Board's decision regarding Block 4, Lot 1
- Update on the Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport Terminal Improvements Project
- Renewal of marijuana cultivation license for VanGreen's LLC at 224 Smith Street #D
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will conduct discussions regarding the FY2022 draft Administrator's Budget. This includes reviewing Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, and the General Fund. The agenda also addresses school funding as part of the budget review.
- Discussion/direction on FY2022 draft Administrator's Budget for Enterprise and Internal Service Funds
- Discussion/direction on FY2022 draft budget regarding General Fund, school funding, and other funds
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a visioning and comprehensive plan review session covering transportation, parks, trails, recreation, and land use. The agenda also includes an Assembly request regarding the Tourism Master Plan and a report on 2020 short-term rentals.
- Comprehensive Plan review session for transportation, parks, trails, recreation, and land use
- Review of Use Tables in SGC 22.16.015 regarding residential uses
- Tourism Master Plan - Assembly Request
- 2020 Annual Short-term Rental Report
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will discuss RFP options for selling the former Sitka Community Hospital site and the creation of a Tourism Master Plan. They will also consider a water export agreement with Arctic Blue Waters Alaska Inc. The meeting includes reviews of the FY2020 audit and various license applications.
- RFP options for the sale of the former Sitka Community Hospital site
- Purchase Agreement for Raw Water in Bulk for Export with Arctic Blue Waters Alaska Inc
- Marijuana cultivation facility license for AKO Farms, LLC at 213 Price Street
- Amendments to 'Port and Harbors' fines (ORD 21-04)
- Liquor license renewal for The Channel LLC at 2906 Halibut Point Road
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will discuss and provide direction on the FY2022 Draft Administrator's Budget with a focus on the General Fund. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the draft budget as it relates to Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, and School Funding.
- Discussion/direction of the FY2022 Draft Administrator's Budget focusing on the General Fund
- Discussion/direction of the FY2022 Draft Budget regarding Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, and School Funding
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two final plat applications. These include a subdivision at 230 and 232 Lance Drive and a lot merger for properties on Sawmill Creek Road. The commission will also review comprehensive plan actions and use tables.
- Final plat for two lots at 230 and 232 Lance Drive in the R-2 Multifamily district
- Lot merger for 4654 and 4658 Sawmill Creek Road in the GP Gary Paxton special district
- Review of 2021 Commission Visioning and Comprehensive Plan Review Session actions
- Review of Use Tables in SGC 22.16.015 regarding cultural and recreational uses
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will discuss local support for the Sitka School District within the proposed FY2022 General Fund Budget. The meeting also includes a discussion of the FY2022 Draft Municipal Budget, including the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, and Internal Service Funds.
- Discussion of local support for Sitka School District education funding (A 21-019)
- Review of the FY2022 Draft Municipal Budget (B 21-032)
City and Borough Assembly
The Sitka Assembly is reviewing supplemental appropriations for a bulk water line and electric department equipment. The meeting also includes a resolution urging federal action to allow cruise lines to resume operations in Alaska. Other items involve port fee adjustments and a new raw water export agreement.
- Supplemental appropriations for Bulk Water Line at Gary Paxton Industrial Park (ORD 21-02)
- Supplemental appropriations for Electric Department International Crane (ORD 21-03)
- Resolution urging federal waivers to allow cruise lines to resume operations in Alaska (RES 21-05)
- Proposed adjustments to the Gary Paxton Industrial Park Port Tariff Fee Schedule (21-028)
- Purchase Agreement for Raw Water in Bulk for Export with Arctic Blue Waters Alaska Inc (21-029)
City and Borough Assembly
The City and Borough Assembly is holding a special meeting to discuss the FY2022 Municipal Budget. The agenda includes discussions regarding the General Fund and Enterprise Funds. Assembly action may be taken on items related to these funds.
- Discussion of FY2022 Municipal Budget General Fund and Enterprise Funds
- Discussion of FY2022 Municipal Budget General Fund and other funds
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 835 Lincoln Street. The commission will also consider plats to create two lots each at 708 Indian River Road and 230 and 232 Lance Drive. Additionally, the meeting includes a session for the 2021 Commission Visioning and Comprehensive Plan Review.
- Conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 835 Lincoln Street
- Final plat to create two lots at 708 Indian River Road
- Preliminary plat to create two lots at 230 and 232 Lance Drive
- 2021 Commission Visioning and Comprehensive Plan Review Session
- Review of Use Tables in SGC 22.16.015
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will review first readings of ordinances regarding supplemental appropriations for an international crane and a bulk water line at Gary Paxton Industrial Park. The agenda also includes discussion on potential sale expenses for the former Sitka Community Hospital site. Additionally, the Assembly will consider submitting FY 2022 State Legislative Priorities.
- First reading of ORD 21-03: Electric Department International Crane funding
- First reading of ORD 21-02: Gary Paxton Industrial Park bulk water line repair
- Supplemental appropriations for former Sitka Community Hospital site sale expenses
- Submission of FY 2022 State Legislative Priorities to the State of Alaska
- Authorization to apply for the NREL Energy Transitions Initiative Partnership Project
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will discuss and seek direction on local financial support for the Sitka School District within the proposed FY2022 General Fund Budget. This item also covers other issues related to funding educational activities.
- Discussion regarding local support of education in the proposed FY2022 General Fund Budget
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a session for the 2021 Commission Visioning and Comprehensive Plan Review. The meeting also includes a review of Use Tables in SGC 22.16.015.
- 2021 Commission Visioning and Comprehensive Plan Review Session
- Review of Use Tables in SGC 22.16.015
- Approval of January 20, 2021 minutes
City and Borough Assembly
The Sitka Assembly is considering a $75,000 grant application to DHS&EM and an RFP for development at Gary Paxton Industrial Park. The agenda also includes items regarding the former Sitka Community Hospital site and a sales tax refund appeal.
- $75,000 grant application to DHS&E&M
- RFP for private sector development of a haul out at Gary Paxton Industrial Park
- Supplemental appropriations for former Sitka Community Hospital site sale
- Liquor license renewal for Pizza Express at 1321 Sawmill Creek Road
- Sales tax refund appeal for 420 Kramer Avenue
City and Borough Assembly
The City and Borough Assembly will hold a special meeting to discuss the FY2022 Municipal Budget, specifically focusing on the General Fund. The assembly will also address filling the Community and Government Affairs position and ongoing lobbying efforts.
- Discussion on filling the Community and Government Affairs position
- Discussion regarding the FY2022 Municipal Budget General Fund
Planning Commission
The commission will hold public hearings regarding conditional use permits for two short-term rental properties. Additionally, members will consider a lot merger for SEARHC and a platting variance at 708 Indian River Road.
- Short-term rental permit at 1301A Halibut Point Road
- Short-term rental permit at 1935 Dodge Circle
- Lot merger of 802, 810, 814 Halibut Point Road and 200 Brady Street
- Variance to reduce minimum lot size at 708 Indian River Road
City and Borough Assembly
The Assembly will discuss development plans and an RFP timeline for the former Sitka Community Hospital site. The agenda also includes adopting a new allocation method for the FY21 Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program and appointing members to the Climate Action Task Force.
- Discussion on RFP timeline for the former Sitka Community Hospital site
- Adopting an alternative allocation method for the FY21 Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program
- Appointing members to the Climate Action Task Force
- Sublease agreement between Northline Seafoods LLC and Sitka Salmon Alaska Holdings LLC
- RFP issuance for a haul out at Gary Paxton Industrial Park